Timeline
16:32
Eat dinner at Chimes before the crowds arrive. The pepper crab is the local specialty and the restaurant is inside the Mall of the Emirates.
17:02
Walk to the main concourse of the Mall of the Emirates. This is the anchor point for your evening. Check the hours to ensure the mall is open.
17:17
Head to Ski Dubai. Step out of the heat and into the -4°C winter wonderland. The contrast between the golden light outside and the icy blue interior is striking. Hire equipment if you want to ski, or just walk the slopes.
18:02
End the night with a late meal or drink at The Gem Garden. It is open 24/7, so you can stay as late as you like after your snow adventure.
Local tip
Ski Dubai tickets close 1 hr 30 min before closing time. Plan your exit so you do not miss the last entry slot.
Check before you go
- Mall of the Emirates hours: Sun–Wed 10:00–22:00, Thu–Sat 10:00–00:00; Ramadan: daily 10:00-01:00.
- Ski Dubai hours: Sun–Wed 10:00–23:00, Thu 10:00–00:00, Fri 09:00–00:00, Sat 09:00-23:00.
- The Gem Garden is open 24/7.
- Ski Dubai supplies jackets but you may need to buy gloves and a hat on site.
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